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Clinical Information
This assay is considered a screening test. Results may vary from whole blood hemoglobin due to different methodologies. If clinically warrant, follow up testing should be preformed. Testing MUST be performed within 14 days of collection due to stability of the hemoglobin decreasing over time.
Synonym
- YCHGBP
Profile Information
Hemoglobin, Filter Paper
Specimen Required
Blood filter paper card
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 14 days
Rejected Due To
- Inadequate filling of circles on filter paper cared
- Blood not soaked through paper
- Blood spots grossly soaked through onto cover
- Not received within specific time frame
Reference Values
See Report
Method Description
Colorimetric assay, spectrophotometric
Performing Lab
Nationwide Children's Hospital
700 Children's Dr
Columbus, OH 43205
Day(s) Performed
Monday & Thursday
Report Available
4 days
Reporting Name
Hemoglobin, Filter Paper
CPT Code Information
85018